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In *Ravens of Avalon*, Marion Zimmer Bradley extends her beloved Avalon saga by setting the story in Roman Britain. The narrative centers on Boudica, a Celtic princess, and Lhiannon, a Druid priestess who mentors her. As the Romans advance, Lhiannon defends the island while Boudica must navigate the turmoil of war, marriage to a king who surrenders, and the aftermath of her husband's death. The book explores the clash between Roman occupation and native resistance, the rise of Boudica’s uprising, and Lhiannon’s survival as guardian of Druid traditions, culminating in the founding of the Forest House that precedes the return to Avalon. The tale blends historical elements of Roman Britain with the mythic atmosphere of Avalon, foregrounding powerful female figures in a sweeping, historically grounded fantasy.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Fantasy/Historical Fantasy
Authors: Marion Zimmer Bradley
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